Question 1

How do I debug a dotnet script in Visual Studio instead of VS Code?

Accepted Answer

Debugging in Visual Studio is less straightforward; you need to attach to the running process manually using the .NET Core Attach configuration. The tool is optimized for VS Code with built-in launch.json files, making it the preferred IDE for scripting.

Question 2

dotnet script vs PowerShell for automation – which should I use?

Accepted Answer

Use dotnet script if you're already in the .NET ecosystem and need C# libraries or complex logic, as it offers full .NET capabilities. PowerShell is better for system administration and cross-platform scripting with its own cmdlets, but dotnet script excels for .NET-centric tasks.

Question 3

How to run a dotnet script from a GitHub Gist?

Accepted Answer

Use the command 'dotnet script https://gist.url/script.csx'. The tool fetches and executes the script remotely, supporting URLs for easy sharing, as shown in the README with a TinyURL example.

Question 4

Can I use dotnet script in a Docker container?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a Dockerfile is provided in the repository. Build the image using the instructions, and run scripts inside the container, making it suitable for isolated or containerized deployment scenarios.

Question 5

How to publish a dotnet script as a standalone executable?

Accepted Answer

Use the 'dotnet script publish' command with options like --dll or --output to compile the script into a DLL or executable. This allows distribution without requiring the .NET SDK on the target machine.

Question 6

What happens if I don't specify exact NuGet package versions in my script?

Accepted Answer

Caching is disabled if package versions aren't exact, leading to slower execution due to repeated dependency resolution. The README warns that caching requires exact version numbers for optimal performance.

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